February, 2017

One in three young people will experience some form of abuse in their dating relationships. Bring awareness and help break the cycle by promoting healthy relationships at home and in your community through February, recognized nationally as Teen Dating Violence...

The contemporary painter showcases her artwork of abstract acrylic on canvas. Her work is characterized by surreal arrays of whimsical figures, often distorted to semi-abstraction. A reception takes place 5-7 p.m. Feb. 2. ...

Drawing on her research of the success of first-generation college students, University of Evansville associate professor Mari Plikuhn presents this Andiron Lecture Series event, which features a social gathering with beverages before the lecture. ...

The University of Evansville's annual Andiron Lecture Series continues with a session with Mari Plikuhn, associate professor of sociology.
A social hour with beverages will begin before each lecture at 3:45 p.m. This event is free and open to the public....

The region’s largest hunting, fishing, and boat show, the Kentucky Sportsman Show welcomes exhibitors, demonstrations, seminars, and activities across a broad spectrum of industries. Also included are outdoor apparel, equipment, guns, knives, and more. ...

Induction ceremony will be announced at Carter Hall in the University Center. The reception begins at 6 p.m. with the dinner and induction ceremony at 6:30 p.m. Reservations must be made in advance. ...

You won’t get to see Ryan Seacrest or Simon Fuller, but you still can enjoy the musical talents of four artists from Fox’s hit show “American Idol.” Join Henderson Area Arts Alliance (HAAA) for the first-ever Signature Season Bonus Show,...

Slithering snakes and leaping lizards steal the show at the Kentucky Reptile Expo, held each month in Evansville and cities throughout Kentucky. The show features captive-bred reptiles and supplies from top breeders in the country. ...

It’s Bingo time. SWIRCA hosts Super Bingo with more than 16 games, pull tabs, half pots, raffles, and more. Wear your favorite athletic gear to this football-themed party. There also will be more than 100 items in the raffle auction....

Bring out the red, white, and blue Screaming Eagle swag and join other University of Southern Indiana alums for homecoming. After a duo of basketball games — men versus Drury University and women against Missouri University — there will be...

At the 20th Annual Lampion Center’s A Chocolate Affair, guests are treated to the finest chocolates served by 10 local businesses. The evening also includes live music featuring Team Skelton’s Montourauge and a silent auction that benefits Lampion Center’s work....

Stroll through Amazonia’s tropical jungle filled with blooming orchids, waterfalls, and exotic animals while sipping signature drinks and noshing on gourmet appetizers. This event is a preview of the annual Orchid Escape. ...

What do a prom dresses, mini skirts, and high heels all have in common? They are integral parts in the plot of this intimate collection of stories by sisters Nora and Delia Ephron, based on the best-seller by Ilene Beckerman....

This Romain Subaru Screaming Eagles Running Series race features the University of Southern Indiana campus and includes a division for athletes with physical challenges, free kids runs, an expo featuring vendors from the Evansville area, as well as contests and...

Simply dialing 2-1-1 links the community with life-saving and life-changing resources. This easy-to-remember telephone number connects residents in 10 southwestern Indiana counties with comprehensive and up-to-date information about basic human needs, including governmental, health, and social services. ...

Known for their colorful displays and fragrant scent, orchids will be the feature attraction for this special event. Even with snow on the ground, visitors will enjoy tropical temperatures inside the Amazonia exhibit at Mesker Park Zoo where they also...

The 15th annual community variety show features singing, dancing, comedy, and more as it showcases the talents of local residents. A VIP reception and silent auction immediately follow the show. Net proceeds benefit The Arc of Evansville, a nonprofit agency...

Written by Lynn Nottage, “Crumbs” is the coming-of-age story, about the ways in which a family finds its path by challenging the nature of change, and how to manage it.
Check box office for show times. ...

Tangled, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Cinderella, and the Princess and the Frog trade in their enchanted worlds for a night on the ice. Disney on Ice: Dare to Dream brings Disney’s princess stories and most beloved fairytales to...

This 54-hour event brings together Evansville designers, developers, entrepreneurs, and experts from all domains to pitch startup ideas and receive feedback from peers. Teams form around the top ideas — as determined by popular vote — and embark on a...

Written by Lauren Gunderson and directed by University of Evansville dramaturge Diane Brewer, this play follows Henrietta Leavitt from her employment at the Harvard Observatory — where she processes astronomical data gathered by male scientists — until her death.
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The wildly popular PBD Kids show Wild Kratts is coming to the stage as Kratts brothers Martin and Chris come alive in a classically Wild Kratts story. The brothers activate some fan favorite Creature Power Suits to confront a comic...

Based on the animated series of Emmy Award-winners and brothers Chris and Martin Kratt, the PBS Kids television show Wild Kratts comes to the live stage. Off to the creature rescue, the Kratts activate some fan-favorite creature power suits to...

Sample the flavors of New Orleans and the rituals of Mardi Gras with the Franklin Street Events Association’s fourth annual Gumbo Cook Off. Armbands may be purchased at Lamasco Bar and Grill and Thyme in the Kitchen; purchase includes a...

The ladies of the Evansville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., in partnership with the Delta Research and Educational Foundation, host the eighth annual Strawberries and Champagne Gala.
For more information, email dstevansvillealum@gmail.com. ...

Harmonica virtuoso and composer Corky Siegel brings his distinctive blend of blues and classical music and fuses it with Indian percussion for a night of exotic sound to the Under the Beams series in New Harmony, Indiana. Siegel’s Chamber Blues...

Explore the history, culture, and experiences of people of the African Diaspora through the storytelling of Richard Ashby Jr., an award-winning, nationally recognized public librarian and storyteller. ...

Giving a nod to Stevie Wonder’s album “Songs in the Key of Life,” Sons of Serendip honors the legendary singer-songwriter with its show Songs in the Key of Wonder. The group’s harp, piano, cello, and voice skills were featured on...

Kick off Patchwork Central’s 40th anniversary celebration at this fundraising luncheon with fashions by Wildflower boutique. Guests enjoy a gourmet lunch, children’s artwork to take home, and silent and live auctions. ...

The Keel Club is United Way of Southwestern Indiana’s Leadership Giving Society. Just as the keel represents the essential backbone and structural strength of a ship, Keel Club members are the backbone and the strength of support for United Way...

The Marvelous Wonderettes is a musical comedy that pays homage to the high school girl songleader squads of the 1950s. The story begins on prom night in 1958 at Springfield High School when the four young ladies are called upon...

Hailing from Jefferson, Georgia, singer/songwriter/producer Brantley Gilbert brings his The Devil Don’t Sleep tour to Evansville. Gilbert was American Country Music Awards’ Top New Male Artist in 2013. ...

Did you know the Beatles’ first album “Please, Please Me” took just 13 hours to record? Or that ‘From Me To You’ is the shortest Beatles song, lasting just one minute and 56 seconds? Relive the Beatles music with this...

The fourth Saturday of each month is designated a Super Saturday family day at the Evansville Museum. The day is filled with crafts, activities, challenges, and/or guest lectures, with a different theme each time. ...

The Owensboro Museum of Fine Art celebrates the works of local and regional artists who will compete for awards in a showcase of painting, sculpture, and mixed media. The showcase will be on display through April 14. ...

“Our American Heritage” features music that celebrates our customs, culture, and history. The Evansville Philharmonic Chorus rounds out the program singing words of American poet Walt Whitman in Howard Hanson’s “Song of Democracy” and they join the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra...

Drumline Live’s show marches into the Tri-State on Feb. 25 at the RiverPark Center in Owensboro, Kentucky. Reminiscent of the popular movie Drumline, the show features drummers, musicians, and dancers in an energetic performance designed to grip audiences and get...

A global sensation returns to Evansville for the second time with an all-new program. Historic heroes, mischief, and miracles come to life with dance, songs, and music.
Performance times are 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. ...

Can world peace be achieved with song? Women of the World thinks so. The acapella quartet with singers from Japan, Italy, India, and the U.S. performs in 29 languages to unite and inspire audiences. ...

Evansville poets Honey Angela Williams and M. Dianne Berry discuss their published works and also recite poetry to celebrate the month of love. Evansville musicians Melanie Bozsa and Andrea Wirth of The Honey Vines also give insight on how they...

John James Audubon’s study of birds not only led him to learn more about the species; it also prompted him to paint and illustrate the creatures in their habitats. Explore the park’s collection of Audubon’s “Little Work” and various original...